Cystic Fibrosis: New Era, New Challenges, New Services
New Era: In the last decade, improvements in Cystic Fibrosis (CF) care have moved at a very welcome, yet rapid rate.
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Clinical Features
COPD Care at Sligo University Hospital: Progress, Impact and Future Plans in a Nursing Context
Introduction: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive lung disease characterised by persistent airflow obstruction that is partially reversible.
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Asthma Care in Ireland: A Move Towards Integrated Community-based Care
Asthma is one of the most common chronic respiratory diseases in Ireland, with approximately 1 in 10 people affected by
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HIQA’s rapid assessment of RSV immunisation strategies
Introduction: Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a highly contagious virus that infects the lungs and upper airways. It is transmitted
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Insights from the 2024 National Inpatient Experience Survey
Since its inception in 2017, the National Inpatient Experience Survey (NIES) has offered a vital glimpse into Ireland’s acute healthcare
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OUT NOW: Hospital Professional News 2025
READ HERE From the Editor: Kelly-Jo Eastwood In one of our lead news stories this month, we feature coverage from
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Nutrition and Cancer Survivorship
Introduction: In Ireland, there are more than 200,000 people who are living with or beyond cancer. This is equivalent to
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World Osteoporosis Day – Time for a Check
With World Osteoporosis having taken place on 20th October, the Irish Osteoporosis Society are asking everyone to check to see
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Enhancing Men’s Awareness of Testicular Disease
Testicular cancer is rare, but it’s the most common cancer in young men aged between 15 and 44. About 170
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Lung Cancer and Men
More men than women are diagnosed with lung cancer each year in Ireland. The most recent statistics from the National
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